Adversity Quote by Elizabeth Harrower
““So they had all had more troubles than she. Did that really make them superior? If two men were walking along the street and a brick fell on one, missing the other, did that make the injured one a better person?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Lonely Passion of Judith Hearne by Elizabeth Harrower, 1957
Suffering does not automatically confer moral superiority; true worth is measured by character, not circumstance.
In simple terms: Hardship isn’t proof of virtue.
Judge people by actions, not hardships.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- conflict resolution
- mental health counseling
- community support
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines true moral character?
- How can we avoid equating suffering with virtue?
May ignore systemic factors influencing hardship.